2007 BMW 330 vs. 1974 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1974 Peugeot 404 has manual transmission. 1974 Peugeot 404 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1974 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 330 | 404 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
